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Yahoo
12-05-2025
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1 dead, 4 rescued after heat-related hiking incident in Arizona
May 12 (UPI) -- A man died this past weekend after a medical emergency while on a hiking trip in Arizona with four others. On Sunday, emergency crews received a call around 12:45 p.m. local time from a group of hikers in a web of trails at Gold Canyon's Wave Cave Trail some 40 miles east of Phoenix. "No foul play is suspected," according to the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, adding that the county's medical examiner will determine the official cause of death of the 33-year-old deceased hiking victim. The hiking group had been on the trail for at least six hours with 100 degree Fahrenheit temps when the emergency call was placed after CPR was initiated. After a team arrived, rescuers took over CPR efforts. However, "unfortunately the patient did not survive," the Superstition Fire and Medical District, which serves the Gold Canyon area, said in a statement. "Tragically this mountain rescue resulted in one fatality," SFMD officials added, saying the other four hikers were assisted down the mountain but "refused transport to the hospital." Meanwhile, authorities encouraged the public to avoid Wave Cave Trail for Sunday's remainder. "They had taken water with them but they had only about 40 ounces of water a piece," according to SFMD Captain Jay Nelson. "So that water ran out pretty quick," he told local news media. SFMD officials wrote in a Facebook post that most heat deaths happen on trails between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. They advised if a person begins to feel dizzy, nauseous, stops sweating or becomes confused to "get help immediately." "Please stay safe and plan wisely," officials in Arizona say. "No hike is worth your life." No other information was available on the other hikers.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Climate
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1 dead, 4 rescued in Arizona mountains while hiking amid rising temperatures
PHOENIX – One hiker has died, and four others were rescued in the Arizona mountains due to apparent heat-related issues, according to authorities. The tragic incident happened just after 1 p.m. Sunday in the Superstition Mountains, a popular recreation destination for Phoenix-area residents, the Superstition Fire and Medical District (SFMD) said. Terrified Hiker Holds Death Grip In Dramatic Nail-biting Cliffside Rescue In California With help from the Mesa Fire Department and the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, first responders responded to the mountain rescue call involving five individuals reportedly suffering from heat illness, firefighters said. Despite the swift response, one of the hikers succumbed to the extreme conditions. The remaining four individuals were successfully assisted down the mountain but declined transportation to a hospital. Temperatures in the area on Sunday afternoon were about 100 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. "As temperatures climb, so does the risk," SFMD said. "Heat illness can set in fast, even for experienced hikers." Rescuers Run Into Celebrity While Searching For Missing California Hiker In National Forest Arizona summers frequently see temperatures exceeding 110 degrees. Under such conditions, heat exhaustion or heatstroke can develop in less than an hour, according to officials. In addition, the majority of heat-related fatalities on trails occur between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the hottest part of the day. Avoid hiking in extreme heat, especially during Extreme Heat Warnings. Hikers are also advised to always carry significantly more water than anticipated – a minimum of one liter per hour of hiking is recommended. "Please stay safe and plan wisely," SFMD said. "No hike is worth your life."Original article source: 1 dead, 4 rescued in Arizona mountains while hiking amid rising temperatures
Yahoo
12-05-2025
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1 Hiker Dead, 4 Rescued After Suffering ‘Heat Issues' amid 100-Degree Temperatures in Arizona's Gold Canyon
Authorities responded to a rescue alert for five hikers "due to heat issues" at the Superstition Mountains in Arizona on Sunday, May 11 One person suffered a heat-related medical emergency and died at the scene, and the four other hikers were rescued, authorities confirmed The alert was initiated as Arizona reached temperatures of almost 100 degrees Fahrenheit on SundayOne person died, and four hikers were rescued after suffering a heat-related medical emergency in Arizona's Gold Canyon. Authorities responded to a rescue alert for five hikers at the Superstition Mountains, located about 40 miles east of Phoenix, at around 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 11, the Superstition Fire & Medical District stated in a news release on Facebook. 'SFMD, along with assistance from the Mesa Fire Department and Pinal County Sheriff's Office, responded to a 1st alarm Mountain rescue with reports of five patients needing rescue, reportedly due to heat issues,' the SFMD said. 'Tragically, this mountain rescue resulted in one fatality.' According to the release, the four other patients were rescued and 'refused transport to the hospital.' The rescue alert was sent out six hours into the group's hike after a 33-year-old man experienced a medical emergency, ABC News reported, citing the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. The man was found unresponsive by the time the authorities arrived. Some of the hikers had attempted CPR beforehand; however, he was pronounced dead at the scene, local outlet KTAR News reported. The SFMD shared photos on Facebook of fire trucks at the hiking trail where the group was rescued. A helicopter was also seen above the area. According to the National Weather Service, the temperature in Phoenix reached nearly 100 degrees Fahrenheit on Sunday. The heat is expected to persist through Monday, May 12, and temperatures are expected to stay just below that high throughout the week. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In their release, the SFMD said "Arizona summers can reach 110°F+,' and 'heat exhaustion or heat stroke can occur in under an hour' under such conditions. 'Most heat deaths happen on trails between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., the hottest part of the day,' stated the SFMD. They warned those around the area to 'avoid hiking in extreme heat, especially during excessive heat warnings.' 'If you feel dizzy, nauseous, stop sweating, or become confused, get help immediately,' added the SFMD. PEOPLE has reached out to the SFMD and PCSO for further comment. Read the original article on People
USA Today
12-05-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Hiker dead, 4 others rescued from Arizona mountains due to 'heat issues,' officials say
Hiker dead, 4 others rescued from Arizona mountains due to 'heat issues,' officials say Show Caption Hide Caption U.S. suspends live animal imports due to flesh-eating parasite New World screwworms have caused the U.S. to suspend all live animal imports from Mexico indefinitely. The female flies lay eggs on open wounds of warm blooded animals and the eggs hatch in a matter of hours. Fox - 10 Phoenix One person died and four others were rescued while hiking in an Arizona mountain range, officials said. First responders arrived at Superstition Mountains around 1 p.m. local time on May 11 after receiving a call about five hikers needing rescue, the Superstition Fire & Medical District said in a social media post. Alongside the Pinal County Sheriff's Office and Mesa Fire Department, SFMD said crews responded to what it calls a "1st alarm Mountain rescue." It also said the hikers needed emergency aid "reportedly due to heat issues." "Tragically this mountain rescue resulted in one fatality," SFMD said, adding that four others were also rescued but "refused transport to the hospital." USA TODAY has reached out to the Superstition Fire & Medical District and Pinal County Sheriff's Office for more information. Man reportedly died after being on trail for 6 hours The group was traversing the Wave Cave Trail when a 33-year-old male hiker became unresponsive, according to local reports from AZFamily, ABC15, and FOX10. The hikers had reportedly been on the trail for six hours, according to the outlets. They administered CPR before first responders arrived, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene, according to reports. The Wave Cave Trail at Superstition Mountains is near Gold Canyon, Arizona, which is about 40 miles east of Phoenix. The trail is about three miles long and reaches an elevation of 820 feet, according to AllTrails. More news: A bison gored visitor at Yellowstone National Park. What travelers need to know. 'No hike is worth your life': Officials warn about heat SFMD cautioned hikers about heat-related illnesses after one person died on May 11. "As temperatures climb, so does the risk," SFMD said on social media. "Heat illness can set in fast, even for experienced hikers." The department said heat exhaustion or heat stroke can set in after less than an hour in Arizona's sun, where temperatures can reach 110℉ in the summertime. It also said most heat deaths happen on trails between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. "Please stay safe and plan wisely. No hike is worth your life," SFMD said. SFMD recommends the following measures for hikers to stay safe in hot weather: Avoid hiking in extreme heat, especially during excessive heat warnings. Always carry more water than you think you'll need, minimum 1 liter per hour of hiking. Never hike alone, and always tell someone your route. If you feel dizzy, nauseous, stop sweating or become confused, get help immediately. Melina Khan is a trending reporter covering national news for USA TODAY. She can be reached at MKhan@
Yahoo
12-05-2025
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One dead on hiking trail after authorities respond to ‘heat issues' call
One person died after a group of hikers reportedly ran out of water on a popular Arizona hiking trail as temperatures soared to 100 degrees on an unseasonably hot Mother's Day. Rescue teams responded to a group of five hikers in the Superstition Mountains near Gold Canyon, about 40 miles east of Phoenix, after receiving a call at just before 1 p.m. Sunday, officials said. The group had been hiking for about six hours before the Supersition Fire and Medical District and the Mesa Fire Department were alerted to one person suffering a heat-related medical emergency on the Wave Cave Trail. Officials speculated that a 33-year-old man, who has not yet been identified, had a seizure and went into cardiac arrest before falling unconscious about three-quarters of a mile away from the trailhead, according to local CBS News affiliate Arizona Family. One person from the group reportedly made it to the trailhead and was able to flag authorities down. According to the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, fellow hikers began resuscitation efforts before first responders arrived and administered multiple rounds of CPR. The department confirmed that the four other hikers were not injured and were assisted down the mountain. According to an SFMD statement, they 'refused transport to the hospital. " The group told fire crews they had run out of water, according to the local news outlet. No foul play was suspected in the man's death, the sheriff's office said. The Pinal County Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death. Officials discouraged people from returning to the area for the rest of the day. 'As temperatures climb, so does the risk. Heat illness can set in fast, even for experienced hikers,' the SFMD said. Delaney Krieger, an avid hiker from Phoenix, said it felt 'surreal' learning of the man's death, having planned to hike the Wave Cave trail before the incident. 'It feels very surreal to think about what happened to someone today. It's horrible. I feel so bad for him,' she said. 'The desert can be a really dangerous place, not only because of animals and plants but because of the heat, mostly.' Temperatures reached uncharacteristic spring highs on Sunday. Due to high ozone levels, an air quality alert was also in effect throughout the day. Fire crews urged hikers to hydrate several days in advance if they were braving the heat. 'You really want to pre-hydrate several days in advance. And then also, heat acclimation – changing temperatures,' SFMD Fire Chief Daniel Elliot said. 'Maybe don't start off with such a long hike. Get outdoors a little bit and have progression.'
